Declaration of Rights for Parents of English Language Learners in MSWord ![[downloadable files]](/peth04/20041018133908im_/http://www.ed.gov/images/ed_gl_download.gif)
English (72k) and Spanish (82k). Additional information can be obtained by visiting a splash presentation at: Declaration of Rights for Parents
The Office of English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement for Limited English Proficient Students (OELA) administers Title III of No Child Left Behind Act (2001). OELA also provides national leadership in promoting high quality education for English language learners (ELLs). Traditionally, this population has been known as limited English proficient students (LEPs).
OELA's mission is to identify major issues affecting the education of English language learners, and to assist and support State and local systemic reform efforts that emphasize high academic standards, school accountability, professional training and parent involvement.
Under Title III, the office is responsible for:
Administering grant programs that help children develop proficiency in English and achieve high content standards.
Recommending policies and promoting best practices for meeting the needs of English language learners.
Strengthening collaboration and coordination among federal, state and local programs serving English language learners.
Monitoring funded programs and providing technical assistance that focus on outcomes and accountability.
